Young Harry Houdini (1987)

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This biographical movie depicts the youth of the magician Harry Houdini (1874 - 1926). As a boy his name was Eric Weiss and his father wanted him to become a locksmith. But he ran away and joined the traveling show of Dr. Grimaldi, where he learned the tricks of a magician and a little mystery from his Indian assistant, too.

Introduction
"Young Harry Houdini" is a 1987 experience movie presented by Walt Disney. The film dramatizes the early life of the world-renowned magician and escape artist, Harry Houdini, before he became well-known. It was directed by James Orr and Matt Clark stars as the famous Houdini.

Plot Synopsis
The story starts with young Harry Houdini, originally called as Ehrich Weiss, showcasing his strength and dexterity in his New York neighborhood, showing that there is something remarkable about him. He soon finds his fascination with magic, and when he satisfies Professor Harrington, a retired magician, he is taken under his wing to find out the techniques of the trade.

Throughout the movie, Harry deals with numerous challenges, using his abilities to fix issues and assist others in tricky situations. The plot takes a significant turn when Professor Harrington and his magic book go missing. The story develops as Harry and his buddies Billie and Arthur start a mission to find the missing out on magician and the stolen magic book.

Character Development
The movie provides an extensive look into the character of young Houdini, concentrating on his guts, intelligence, and unfaltering decision. Young Harry is seen as innovative, daring, and has a natural knack for magic and escape artistry. His dynamic personality is perfectly juxtaposed with his friends Billie, who is rational and useful, and Arthur, who is loyal however quickly frightened.

Story Arc
The story arc is mostly about Harry's journey towards becoming the well-known magician he ends up being. The challenges he deals with during the search for Professor Harrington and the tasks he should carry out to obtain the magic book serve as a learning ground for him. Each scenario needs him to think on his feet and utilize his budding magical expertise, effectively refining the abilities that eventually became his claim to fame.

The climax of the film exposes that the antagonist is Professor Harrington's former student, who planned the theft and utilized an unethical performer to steal the book. In the last showdown, Harry should pit his skill versus his foes to recover the book and conserve his mentor.

Conclusion
In the end, Harry beats the bad guys with his inventive escape artistry and successfully recovers the magic book. He then impresses Harrington with his very first public magic show. The movie ends with the real Harry Houdini reminiscing about his childhood experiences and how they shaped him into the famous magician he became.

"Young Harry Houdini" is not only an entertaining adventure movie but also a quite insightful exploration into the early life of among the most well-known magicians and escape artists in history. It provides a fresh perspective on his humble beginnings and the experiences that formed him, making it an intriguing watch for all magic enthusiasts.

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